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Married on top of the world! Australian couple tie the knot on Mount Everest in full wedding attire after gruelling nine-day trek during which they battled freezing temperatures and altitude sickness (20 Pics)

An Australian couple have tied the knot on Mount Everest after taking their love to new heights

Heidi Turunen, 32, originally from Finland, and Tom Rein, 31, from Queensland, embarked on a nine-day trek

The couple braved freezing temperatures and altitude sickness on their way to Everest Base Camp

They exchanged vows against the backdrop of the tallest mountain in the world at 5380m above sea level

Married on top of the world: Heidi Turunen, 32, and Tom Rein, 31, exchanged vows on Mount Everest after a nine-day trek

Going above and beyond: The newlyweds got married against the stunning backdrop of the world's tallest mountain

After tying the knot against the backdrop of the tallest mountain in the world, the newlyweds travelled to Thailand for their wedding reception where they were joined by their families (pictured in Koh Samui)

Heidi Turunen, 32, originally from Finland, met her now-husband when she was travelling around Australia in 2013

The couple, from Queensland, embarked on a gruelling nine-day trek through the snow to get married on Mount Everest

The couple initially booked a trip to Nepal after getting engaged. But after joking about getting married on Mount Everest, they decided to turn it into a reality

As the couple powered through the extreme weather conditions, they were determined to say 'I do' on top of the world

Enjoying the moment: The couple were captured in their dream wedding on the top of the world's tallest mountain

After tying the knot on top of the world's tallest mountain, the couple celebrated their special day with loved ones in Thailand

The couple shared a tender kiss in Thailand shortly after embarking on a gruelling nine-day trek on Mount Everest

The bride looked radiant in a stunning white lace wedding gown, finishing her look with a beautiful flower crown

The couple reached the summit of Kala Patthar (pictured) after they exchanged their vows at Everest Base Camp

Sealed with a kiss: The pair added a touch of tradition to the occasion, with the bride wearing white while the groom looked dapper in a suit

The pair - who met in 2013 when Heidi was travelling around Australia - got engaged over Christmas in 2014

Despite tying the knot alone on Mount Everest, the couple were able to celebrate their day with family in Thailand

The pair packed 37 kilograms worth of their trekking gear and clothing, including the white wedding gown, veil and suit

A wedding day to remember: The couple added a touch of tradition to their special day by wearing their wedding attire

After exchanging their vows on the world's tallest mountain, the newlyweds travelled to Koh Samui (pictured in Thailand)

Heidi's father had the special opportunity to walk her down the aisle in Thailand after she embarked on her gruelling trek

Married on top of the world! Australian couple tie the knot on Mount Everest in full wedding attire after gruelling nine-day trek during which they battled freezing temperatures and altitude sickness (20 Pics)
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